“Ignorance is king. Many would not profit by his abdication. Many enrich themselves by means of his dark monarchy. They are his Court, and in his name they defraud and govern, enrich themselves and perpetuate their power. Even literacy they fear, for the written word is another channel of communication that might cause their enemies to become united. Their weapons are keen-honed, and they use them with skill. They will press the battle upon the world when their interests are threatened, and the violence which follows will last until the structure of society as it now exists is leveled to rubble, and a new society emerges. I am sorry. But that is how I see it.”
Quote by Walter M. Miller Jr.
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A Canticle For Leibowitz
A Canticle For Leibowitz is a speculative fiction novel that explores themes of survival, faith, and the quest for knowledge in a world that has been ravaged by nuclear war. The narrative is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different era of the abbey's existence. The novel is known for its philosophical depth and its portrayal of the human spirit in the face of adversity. more
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